Job Description

Business Division: CreAgro Department: Knowledge Management Location: Udaipur Position Title: Research Scientist Knowledge Management Level: E3-J3 Reporting to (Title): Group Leader Knowledge Management Position Purpose The role holder is responsible for contributing to the discovery and pre-development of innovative solutions in agrochemistry, namely new a.i.s for crop protection adding significant value to the business of PI. The role will to carry out literature/patent search, FTO analysis and other KM services in accordance with the project timelines and objectives. The role holder will plan and propose to Group Leader - KM all input, equipment and other requirements for approval and procurement to ensure efficient conduct of project activities and contribute to generating IP and ensuring its protection Strategic Responsibilities Efficient contribution to the overall success of CreAgro by driving innovation and team performance according to objectives and targets being set by the Director of Knowledge Management Generating and ensuring the security of intellectual property for CreAgro (filing of patent applications, building and defending the PI patent portfolio, ensuring novelty and freedom-to-operate) Promoting knowledge sharing through the organization, strengthening links between KM and CreAgro chemistry/biology teams Foster collaboration with customers and external partners Continuously build knowledge on the area of agro-chemistry and KM specific expertise, through active learning, education, advanced trainings and seminars Support GL KM with special focus on target setting, development of strengths, building of knowhow, feedback and coaching Operational Responsibilities Keep self and team updated on the state of the art in IP management and KM specific tools Carrying KM services like FTO analysis and opinion, novelty search, literature supply and others with appropriate documentation and distribution of results Support competitor intelligence activities Develop and foster positive relationships with other teams and support groups such as chemistry/biology to maximize knowledge sharing and cooperation Comply with all the safety requirements as per the requirement of the role Leading knowledge transfer through presentations, training materials, tips and best practices for collaboration, so as to continually improve the performance of the group Financial Responsibilities Contribute to budget proposals Contributes to budgetary controls within the area of responsibility People Responsibilities Act as a committed ambassador of PI Brand Actively imbibing the values and philosophy of PI Industries Ltd. Ensure smooth working by maintaining high level of morale and working ethics Education Qualification MSc/PhD in chemistry (organic) from a reputed university/ institute/group Work Experience Post-doctoral research experience in a reputed university is desirable Post academic industrial research experience of > 2 years in new a.i. discovery in pharma and/or crop protection OR Post academic experience of > 2 years in the area of IP in pharma and/or crop protection Substantial number of high quality research publications and/or patents Experimental skills and expert knowledge concerning synthesis, analysis and characterisation of organic molecules related areas appreciated Knowledge and practical experience concerning patent analysis (FTO, novelty) Industry to be Hired from Agro/pharma /chemical industries Functional Competencies Technical Knowledge Data Analysis Interaction Complexity and Team Work Purpose of Interaction Internal : CreAgro Knowledge Management Leadership, Chemistry & Biology Group Leaders, IT, Finance , HR, SCM As and when required Implementation of KM programs, training for employees. External : Local Libraries, External Agencies and Knowledge Partners, Technology vendors, Consultants, Trainers, Auditors As and when required Implementation of KM Technology framework, data audits, enhancing knowledge baseA